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Monte Rosa Spaghetti Tour
Do you want to develop your mountaineering experience in some of the Alps’ most beautiful and challenging environments? This is the excursion for you. Join Adventure Base for a series of Monte Rosa guided climbs over a truly unforgettable week in the mountains straddling the border between Switzerland and Italy.
This trip is based out of Zermatt in Switzerland and is aimed at climbing a variety of 4000m peaks in the Monte Rosa range. Under the guidance of our expert team, you will learn new alpine skills or refresh old techniques while climbing some epic peaks in a stunningly beautiful location. What’s not to like?
Ready to start planning your Monte Rosa mountaineering experience? Scroll down to find out more! The Adventure Base team is here to help if you have any pre-booking questions. Simply get in touch for the answers you need.
Are you still looking for more mountaineering inspiration? For an easier experience, consider climbing Grand Paradiso in Italy. For an adventure of similar difficulty, look no further than a Mont Blanc climb! And if you’re searching for an even more advanced challenge, we recommend a Matterhorn guided ascent!
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Duration
1 week
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Start Location
Zermatt, Switzerland
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Date(s)
July - August
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Price
From €3150.00
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Monte Rosa Guided Climbs: What to Expect
Nestled within the Monte Rosa massif are 17 recognised peaks, 12 of which are over 4000m. Over the course of six days, you will aim to climb up to 10 of these 4000m-plus peaks, including Breithorn (4164m), Castor (4428m), Pollux (4092m), Naso Lyskamm (4272m), Balmenhorn (4167m), Vincent Pyramid (4215m), Schwarzhorn (4321m), Ludwigshowe (4341m), Parrotspitze (4432m), Signalkuppe (4554m), and Zumsteinspitze (4562m). Phew..!
Because these Monte Rosa climbs take place along the border between Switzerland and Italy, you'll also have the opportunity to see the cultural differences between the two countries. We have crafted this Monte Rosa spaghetti tour to ensure you get as much mountain time as possible, with memorable experiences in each mountain hut and valley lodge really adding to the flavour of this adventure.
This is a physically demanding trip and previous mountaineering experience is recommended. Whilst not very technical, the summits on this trip do require a high level of fitness.
Not sure whether you're ready for Monte Rosa mountaineering? No problem, take our Monte Rosa 'Readiness' test below or join us on one of the courses listed to help you prepare.
Monte Rosa 'Readiness' test
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Who are These Monte Rosa Guided Climbs For?
Our Monte Rosa guided climbs are a great challenge for anyone with a good level of endurance and fitness, coupled with a sense of adventure. Previous mountaineering experience is recommended but not essential. The key is to come well-prepared physically. This is a great introduction to climbing 4000m-plus peaks and can be done as a preparation for climbing Mont Blanc or other bigger peaks in the Alps and further afield.
Not sure whether you're ready? No sweat! Get in touch and we'll be happy to talk it through with you. If you'd like to get some experience first, check out our Chamonix Winter Alpine Skills course. It’s perfect for improving and preparing for big mountains like this one. Or take our Monte Rosa 'Readiness' test and find out where you currently stand!
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Duration
1 week
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Start Location
Zermatt, Switzerland
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Date(s)
July - August
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Guide Ratio
1:2
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Ability
Level BLevel B
You have some previous experience in the outdoors, whether that’s hiking, skiing or climbing. You will either be starting to venture into more technical terrain or slightly more 'aggressive' environments. Let's dial it up!
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Price
From €3150.00
Adventure Overview
Monte Rosa Guided Climb Videos
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Meet The Team
01:48Introducing our crack squad of mountain lovers and adventure junkies. We spend most of our days plotting, planning and building some of the very best trips out there for you all to enjoy.
Equipment Required for Monte Rosa Mountaineering
Certain items can be rented from Adventure Base, such as crampons, ice axes, helmets, harnesses, and trekking poles with snow baskets. You can add these to your cart at checkout. We use the latest kit from Black Diamond and Petzl, meaning you'll be using quality equipment at cheaper prices than if you were to rent it from a local shop when you get here. Win! (Note: Your kit might vary slightly from the images below).
Please note, this is a guide and you may be required to rent or purchase last-minute equipment on arrival depending on the weather and changes in itinerary. Download the full Monte Rosa spaghetti tour kit list for a more detailed overview.
Rent locally
Ice axe
Straight shaft for general mountaineering
Rent locally
Crampons
12 point steel mountaineering crampons
Can be rented
Helmet
Standard hard plastic climbing specific helmet.
Rent locally
Harness
Standard climbing harness
Rent locally
B3 Boots
FINER DETAILS
YOUR ADVENTURE PACKAGE
What's Included?
- Climb the 'Spaghetti Tour' 4000m peaks
- All accommodation and guiding during the trip
- Evening meal on the first night in Zermatt (set menu)
- 2 nights accommodation in Zermatt on a shared basis with breakfast
- 4 nights accommodation in mountain huts with breakfast and evening meals included
- Hand-picked Adventure Base IFMGA mountain guides
- All of your guide’s expenses
What's not Included?
- Travel to / from Zermatt
- Personal equipment rental
- Personal travel insurance
- Personal snacks, lunch and drinks
- Single room available in Zermatt at a supplement, please enquire in advance
- Uplifts according to itinerary (approx. CHF150)
- Gratuities for the guides
This Trip is running on the following dates
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Accommodation on This Monte Rosa Spaghetti Tour
When not climbing the mountain, we know the importance of having a comfortable base. That's why we've chosen a cosy Zermatt hotel with its super comfortable rooms and warm atmosphere. It’s the perfect spot to rest up in between your stays in the mountain huts. But don't let that nice linen and chocolate on the bed win your favour just yet. Wait until you've experienced the good old mountain huts with their basic but charming amenities and friendly hosts. We bet you go home missing the huts more!
Valley Accommodation
We stay in a comfortable 4* hotel with views of the Matterhorn and a relaxing spa. We use this as a base to rest and relax in-between your stays in the mountain huts. Rooms are all en suite and on a twin-share basis with the other participants on your trip. Single rooms are available for a supplement - please request in advance. A delicious evening meal is included and breakfast is always plentiful.
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Duration
2 Nights
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Internet
Wifi included
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Beds
Twin Shared Basis
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Food
Breakfast
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Mountain Huts
As part of the experience of climbing the peaks on this trip you will stay in 4 different mountain huts: These will likely be the Ayas Hut, Quintino Sella, Gnifetti and Margherita. All huts are beautifully located and provide a warm welcome with delicious food.
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Duration
4 Nights
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Internet
Not included
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Beds
Dormitory
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Food
Half Board
Monte Rosa Guide Climbs Itinerary
While we try to stick to the tried-and-tested itinerary below, the mountain and the weather sometimes have other ideas. We will always remain as flexible as possible. This is why we only work with experienced and knowledgeable guides; to make sure we can change any plans quickly and easily if required. Check out the full Monte Rosa spaghetti tour itinerary for a complete overview.
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Day 1:
Arrival Day
We highly recommend planning your inbound travel so that you arrive in Zermatt by early afternoon. This is especially important if you need to rent mountaineering boots from a local rental shop supplier. You’ll need time to collect any rental equipment before the evening briefing, which is essential for a smooth start to your adventure. There is limited time the following morning to rent items as you will be departing for the mountains straight after breakfast.
You will meet with your guide for a briefing in the evening at approximately 18:00 to go through the plan for the week as well as the current weather and mountain conditions. Here you will have a chance to go through your kit under the experienced eye of your guide and can ask any questions that you may have. Dinner will follow and then it's time for a good night sleep! -
Day 2:
Climb Breithorn (4164m)
Meet the guides in the morning and take the Klein Matterhorn cable car. Climb Breithorn (4164m). Overnight in the Ayas hut.
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Day 3:
Climb Castor (4223m) and Pollux (4092m)
Traverse Castor (4223m) and climb Pollux (4092m). Overnight in the Quintino Sella hut.
6.2km / 993m up / 789m down / 4-5 hours -
Day 4:
Naso Lyskamm (4272m), Balmenhorn (4167m), Vincent Pyramid (4215m)
Today you climb 3 peaks: Naso Lyskamm (4272m), Balmenhorn (4167m), Vincent Pyramid (4215m). Overnight in the Gnifetti hut.
10.2km / 985m up / 967m down / 5-6 hours -
Day 5:
4 in a day!
Today you climb four peaks: Schwarzhorn (4321m), Ludwigshowe (4341m), Parrotspitze (4432m), Signalkuppe (4554m). Overnight in the Margherita hut, the highest hut in the Alps.
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Day 6:
Zumsteinspitze (4562m) and descent to Zermatt
Today you climb Zumsteinspitze (4562m). Descent to Zermatt via the Monte Rosa hut. Overnight in Zermatt.
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Day 7:
Departure
Depart after breakfast.
Frequently asked questions about this adventure
MEET THE GUIDES
Pablo
IFMGA Guide
Pablo is originally from a small mountain village in Spain and came to Chamonix with only one dream to become a mountain guide. Based in Chamonix since 2013, Pablo made the Alps his playground as a guide and as an alpinist and has climbed many of the classic alpine routes. He combines mountain guiding with helicopter rescue work in Spain during the off seasons.
Miha
IFMGA Guide
Miha is an IFMGA guide from Slovenia based between the beautiful Julian Alps and Chamonix. He has been climbing for over 20 years all over the world, including expeditions to Nepal, Tibet, India, Pakistan, USA, Mexico and Peru. He summited an 8000er on his first expedition to the Himalaya, did a first ascent on the previously unclimbed Lasher peak in the Himalaya and climbed El Capitan and many routes over the Alps.
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Are you ready?
Our adventures are attributed a difficulty level from A to E. This Monte Rosa Spaghetti Tour trip is rated Level B, for those with some prior experience We recommend you only book a trip that reflects your ability.
Level A
For beginners and newcomers
- You’re not quite sure where to start but you’re hungry for an adventure
- Little / no prior experience
- Shorter time duration
- No technical skills required but keen to learn
- Basic level of fitness
More your level?
Level B
For those with some prior experience
- You have some previous experience in the outdoors, whether that’s hiking, skiing or climbing, and are keen to build on that
- You will either be starting to venture into more technical terrain or slightly more challenging environments
- Some basic skills
- Moderate fitness
Think you've got this?
This trip is at this level
Level C
For accomplished adventurers
- You enjoy challenging yourself physically and mentally
- You’re comfortable on multi-day adventures and you call yourself an avid adventurer
- You're not quite George Mallory but you subscribe to his 'because it is there' attitude
- Strong level of fitness
More your level?
Level D
For the pros
- You're ready to test your skills on the next challenge
- You're comfortable in most types of alpine environments
- Some level of technical skills
- Strong level of fitness
More your level?
Level E
For the experts
- You’ve been on multiple adventures and have built up a solid skillset to tackle most challenges out there
- Good technical skills and knowledge
- Experienced in alpine/mountains environments
- Very high level of fitness
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Monte Rosa Spaghetti Tour
This trip is based out of Zermatt in Switzerland and is aimed at climbing a variety of 4000m peaks in the Monte Rosa range whilst developing your mountaineering experience. Learn new alpine skills or refresh old techniques and climb some epic peaks in a stunningly beautiful location. What’s not to like?
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July - August
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Level B
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€3150.00
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€4350.00
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July - August
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Level E
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€4450.00
READY TO CLIMB MONTE ROSA?
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